The woman who was crushed by the elephant stepping on her head has died.

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A 49-year-old mother lost her life in an elephant attack that occurred in one of Thailand's famous national parks. Jiranan Panyaprasertying was attacked by a wild elephant while hiking with a friend in Phu Kradueng National Park.

The incident took place on Wednesday. While trying to escape, Jiranan stumbled and fell, and the elephant stepped on her head, crushing her skull. When park officials arrived at the scene, they found the woman lifeless on the grass.

Police Chief Inspector Pongpipat Siripornwiwat stated that they sent a helicopter regarding the incident and consulted the woman's friend's testimony. According to her friend, Jiranan was attacked while walking about 200 meters ahead of her.

Park officials temporarily closed the park, stating that this was the first time a tourist had been attacked on this trail. The official said, "The Department of National Parks extends its deepest condolences to the family of the deceased and requests tourists to strictly follow the instructions of the officials for their safety."

It was reported that the Office of Natural Resources and Environmental Protection would provide 100,000 Baht (approximately £2,300) in aid to Jiranan's family.

According to local media reports, this was Jiranan's first visit to the park. The day before her death, she shared on social media, "When we arrived, my legs could barely move. I lost my courage when I saw the stairs, but the view at the top was breathtaking! This was my first hike in Phu Kradueng."

Phu Kradueng National Park is known as one of Thailand's most popular parks. Tourists visit the park, especially between October and December, to see the maple forests that turn red. Unlike most national parks in the country, there is no requirement for a guide for long hiking trails.